Modern Family Alum Ariel Winter Responds to Claim Boyfriend Luke Benward Is "Controlling"

Modern Family’s Ariel Winter clapped back after explaining some of the ways her boyfriend Luke Benward helps out around their house, referring to him as a "grill daddy" and a "dog daddy."

By Leah Degrazia Apr 08, 2024 10:02 PM
| Updated Apr 08, 2024 10:01 PM
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Ariel Winter is giving fans a peek inside her modern family. 

The Modern Family alum got some help from her boyfriend Luke Benward while filming a cooking video, sharing a glimpse at all the roles the Dumplin' actor helps play around the house. 

As he grated the cheese for their "go-to weeknight" stuffed peppers recipe, Ariel explained in the April 4 TikTok, "He's a grill daddy, he's a dog daddy, he's a cheese daddy."

And that's not the only insight the Tripped Up actress shared on her relationship with Luke, who debuted their romance with in 2020. Ariel also headed to the comments to shut down speculation after one user claimed that he is "controlling" towards her.

"Guys please help he's forcing me on onlyfans so he can be my manager and he doesn't let me out of the house!!!!" the 25-year-old quipped under the user's comment. "SOS!!!!"

Jokes aside, Ariel warned others not to "believe everything they see" on TikTok and went on to assure her followers, "He's a great man, and if he wasn't, the dogs would take his ass outside."

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Since taking their relationship public, Ariel and Luke have kept their relationship relatively low-key—except when it comes to showcasing how they care for their six dogs: Casper, Cobain, Cupid, Chloe, Cash and Cleo. For one, the couple shared the special Easter baskets they bought for each of their furry friends earlier this month, and a few days after that, Ariel documented Luke's struggle to dress each of their pups for a rainy California day.

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"Does putting raincoats on 6 dogs qualify as an olympic sport?" she captioned the April 6 TikTok, which arrived less than a year after she highlighted his dog dad skills in a celebratory post for his 28th birthday. 

"Happy birthday to the most amazing man & dog daddy," Ariel wrote on Instagram May 12. "There will never be enough words to describe how much we love you or how grateful and lucky we feel."

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She added, "There's nothing better than being in love, especially when it's with your best friend."

Keep reading for more stars who are proud parents to their furry friends.

Sydney Sweeney

The Euphoria actress introduced her pup Sully in April 2025, writing on Instagram, "He’s become my set best friend, my bowling partner, my nap buddy, mutual water enthusiast, and travel companion."

Brie Larson

Brie, who was already a dog mom to pooch Six-Thirty, welcomed her newest addition on Instagram in October 2024, writing, "Proud to announce there’s a new *star* in my life."

Kevin Costner

The Yellowstone star introduced his new dog  to the world in February 2024, writing on Instagram, "I'm already in love with this special guy."

Sarah Jessica Parker

The Sex and the City alum adopted the same kitten Carrie Bradshaw takes in during the second season of And Just Like That.

Jimmy Fallon

Party crasher! The late night talk show host's dog Gary joined him as he perfomed a remote opening monologue during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Taylor Swift

T.Swift is arguably our favorite cat lady, especially when she posts pics with her cat Meredith. She took her love for cats to another level by starring in the movie Cats.

Kaley Cuoco

The Big Bang Theory actress has many four-legged friends keeping her busy at home.

Ariana Grande

"Guess what everyone it's time for me to post THIS photo again. happy birthday to the light of my life. my gooooszeeessskeh. i love u i love u i love u," the "Dangerous Womansinger wrote in honor of her dog. 

Jennifer Aniston

Dogs will always be there for you! The Friends star loves cuddling up to her dog Clyde.

Jeffree Star

The makeup mogul is a proud parent to multiple Pomeranians.

Emma Chamberlain

The YouTuber's cat Frankie sure knows how to photo bomb! Frankie and sibling Declan also have their own Instagram account with nearly 200K followers.

Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson

"Our pre-workout ritual. We throw on 'Rocky Mountain Way' from Joe Walsh and get to rough housin'. He's definitely 'on one' and feelin' himself today cause he killed a lizard," the actor wrote on Instagram. "He also knows when I lay down its a trap! Smart boy. Let's get to work."

Zendaya

The Euphoria star gushed about her four-legged friend, "Missing my son...I get to see him in like 3 days #NoonyinNY."

Liam Hemsworth

"Nothing beats riding your horse on the beach," the Hunger Games alum joked.

Ice T & Coco

This family loves their bulldogs! King Maximus and Princess Alexus have their own Instagram page, too!

Russell Wilson

The Seatttle Seahawks quarterback brought this adorable pooch home to Ciara. "New Pup Alert!!! Welcome to the Wilson Family!" he captioned the precious pic. 

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